Serpent 811 Cobra

[ShagNasty]

Looks like some new innovations, looks pretty cool, check out the pics, rant and rave about it here

http://gallery.neobuggy.net/Site-Photos/serpbug/10888722_KVv6x#760036000_GNrJC

http://gallery.neobuggy.net/Site-Photos/serpentdetails/11017305_z259a#770524980_Qy2oQ

Billy Easton already Won with it recently, 3rd round of the Florida State Series at Mill's Pond in Fort Lauderdale, FL

[ShagNasty]

I got my new Serpent about a week ago, I was able to start building it sunday may 30th in preperation for the 2010 AMS race the following weekend. Build went together smooth, fit and finish is top notch as expected from a top 1/8 onroad manufacturer. Couple of small hitches related to the fact that this was the first run of kits, but nothing serious or major.

The quality of the plastics is great, very durable. The screw holes are made a bit small, so it makes threading them the first time a bit of a workout, but pays off with good strong threads. The aluminum is nice, all 7075 i believe with most having a bright liquid silver type anodizing finish, and others being hard anodized. Turnbuckles and driveline is all Hudy spring steel and is top notch.

The shock are nice and smooth. The brakes work very well, notice no fade, and are easier to adjust bias and setup for the first time. Body fits snug to keep dirt out very well, and it is low profile with a sleek look. Ball bearing supported sway bars are trick and smooth, with pivot ball end link mounting that is trick as well. Radio tray is a bit of a tight fit, but once you figure it out, all is good. It is also easy to remove, only 4 4mm screws holding it to chassis. Center diff is out in about 30 seconds, literally. Rear diff quick to remove, front diff is a little tougher but not too bad.

I didnt get much practice time with it at AMS. Only a few runs on it. I did get bumped coming down a fast downhill section of the track and caught a lone pipe post that was exposed. I was near top speed and hit it with a front arm. The point of impact clearly seen on the arm, but arm not broken. It did bend the inner hinge pin, and opened the pin hole in the arm a bit, but could be used still. Slightly cracked the front carbon tower, but I didnt even notice this till after a couple more runs, was still holding up. Buggy is very strong and can take big impacts, there were 2 other broken parts out of the 5 of us running the buggy at AMS. Support from Serpent America was great also. Also, m2c racing part no. 3555 tapered hinge pins fit the front inner. They fit a little tight in the inserts, but after one run, they wear in and are perfect.

I was playing with the setup in practice and qualifying looking for the perfect setup. The final round of qualifying I finally got it and the buggy was wonderfull to drive at that point, responded quickly to inputs and jumped and cornered very well, and the brakes worked great with no issues other than sometimes giving them a bit too much and the back end popping up a bit. I didnt qualify well after having only 1 decent round, then was moving through the field in the main after a great start and then being freight trained by some others. I worked my way up to 3rd, was not far behind 2nd for the bump up spot and flamed out, first flame out all weekend, managed to finish 5th I believe. all in all very pleased with the buggies performance, and happy with my purchase.

http://jconcepts.smugmug.com/RC-Racing-1/Alabama-Manufactures-Shootout/photo/893069464_cf4cf-M.jpg

[jzrevo]

Still liking it?? I've ran mine now just twice and so far love it other then its been tail happy. Once I get that dialed out it should be stupid fast.


http://lh4.ggpht.com/_Z9wbXz-Ra60/TCfqUn92b5I/AAAAAAAAC4k/elNFz2q5xmo/s800/DSC_0156.JPG

[ZIXXER]

Still liking it?? I've ran mine now just twice and so far love it other then its been tail happy. Once I get that dialed out it should be stupid fast.


http://lh4.ggpht.com/_Z9wbXz-Ra60/TCfqUn92b5I/AAAAAAAAC4k/elNFz2q5xmo/s800/DSC_0156.JPG


dude that pic is sick ..you need to get you a skin for that body man ....you are up in the pro level now :funkyDancer:

[jared52]

dude that pic is sick ..you need to get you a skin for that body man ....you are up in the pro level now :funkyDancer:
Yeah it is... maybe we should get the name of that photographer.

:D:D

[jzrevo]

Yeah it is... maybe we should get the name of that photographer.

:D:D

Yeah Jared got some other sick pics of it.... I had them posted on the serpent thread on RCtech.

[jared52]

Yeah, you need a wrap. Check out rev-rc.com.

[ShagNasty]

my Cobra
http://photos.alabamarockcrawlers.com/SC10/Battlefield%206-26-10/100_6575.jpg

[jzrevo]

my Cobra
http://photos.alabamarockcrawlers.com/SC10/Battlefield%206-26-10/100_6575.jpg

Sweet dude....that a paint job or wrap?

[ShagNasty]

quick paint job i did the night before i had to leave for AMS

[ABURTON]

Guys, I just wanted to stop in and let you know that I will now be with Serpent from now through the 2011 season! This move is something I look forward to and it has got me very motivated for the upcoming season.

My cars/parts will be here this week and I will quickly get up to speed and be able to provide set up help and support for Serpent. I will be at many of the regional events for Serpent and I will also be traveling to events with Billy Easton to help create the "TEAM" atmosphere and of course get some results!

Talk to everyone soon!

[jzrevo]

Guys, I just wanted to stop in and let you know that I will now be with Serpent from now through the 2011 season! This move is something I look forward to and it has got me very motivated for the upcoming season.

My cars/parts will be here this week and I will quickly get up to speed and be able to provide set up help and support for Serpent. I will be at many of the regional events for Serpent and I will also be traveling to events with Billy Easton to help create the "TEAM" atmosphere and of course get some results!

Talk to everyone soon!

Sweet man. If you need any help with the build let me know. The instructions are wrong on a few steps...I'm sure Billy will let you know. If not let me know as I circled the steps.

[ZIXXER]

Man what took you so long to figure out that serpent was a killer buggy. Lmao

[Jarvis]

Congratulations!

This guy would be great for the new Team, Andrew Smolnik. He is no longer with CEN.

[ABURTON]

Just spoke with Serpent and Billy Easton is 17th after two rounds at the worlds!!! Check out Neo for more details. Alot of fast guys down very low!

[ABURTON]

Just spoke with Serpent and Billy Easton is 17th after two rounds at the worlds!!! Check out Neo for more details. Alot of fast guys down very low!

Guys, after a lot of prep work and focus Seprent driver Billy Easton is once again on the top of the game, working his way up and finishing 5th at the 2010 IFMAR worlds over the worlds top drivers!!!

[ABURTON]

Great Job by Billy to put the Serpent at the very top of the competition. After knowing Billy for a while and working with him on a previous venture in 2006-2007 it is my opinion that a lot of his peers and general public counted him out after his lay off from racing after his world title in the electric scene.

I think this is a great story to prove that hard work and dedication has put Billy at the top level of competition once again, him finishing just 8 seconds out of the third spot!

I am proud to be able to work with Billy and Serpent for the 2011 season! He worked hard on the serpent project and he deserves reward for it!

[awksedgreep]

He drove an amazing race. I watched the whole thing. Definitely world class, both the buggy and driver.

You'd still have to pry my Hot Bodies from my cold dead hands, but Serpent looks like a winner too.

'njoy,
awk

[ZIXXER]

got my batteries for the e-serpent today ...or well the post office did....i wasnt here to sign for em .....team hongkong cant beat em ...thx to jzrevo for the heads up on what fits and works best ....headed to usps in the am to get these batts ...now all i gotta do is get the buggy build it ....and get the conversion .....and get my brand new tekin rx8 system back from tekin ...note to any ordering the tekin rx8 ...the bottom case should have 3 holes not 4 ...if its 4 its the older version ...send it in to tekin to get it upgraded before you run it ....thanks to djballen for that tid bit ...man i got a lot to do in a short time .....:D

[ABURTON]

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa424/Alan_Burton/11serpentbuggy.jpg

[B_BOGGS]

http://www.rcsoutheast.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=548&stc=1&d=1293028679

[jzrevo]

http://www.rcsoutheast.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=548&stc=1&d=1293028679

Ummm I don't see nuttin

[HuskyHuskie]

Ummm I don't see nuttin

There's nuttin to see here so move along :)

[B_BOGGS]

are yall kidding? or did it not work lol?:confused:

[jzrevo]

are yall kidding? or did it not work lol?:confused:

Nothing dude.....

[jared52]

Yup, like Serpant on the podium, you just don't see it. :nanabooboo:

[HuskyHuskie]

Yup, like Serpant on the podium, you just don't see it. :nanabooboo:

More Kool-aid for Christmas?

[B_BOGGS]

ok guys, it showed up on my computer at work.. but ill try again

550

[HuskyHuskie]

Well done on the post this time and the wrap :D

[ZIXXER]

hmmm why didnt i post mine on here .....looking good boggs ....i will look forward to pitting for ya ....

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j122/zixxer1/SDC11172.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j122/zixxer1/SDC11174.jpg
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j122/zixxer1/SDC11178.jpg

[ABURTON]

Surely someone will need me to do a serpent wrap for them...pretty tough install. lol. I look forward to helping and getting out on the track!

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa424/Alan_Burton/photo.jpg
http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa424/Alan_Burton/photo3-2.jpg
http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa424/Alan_Burton/photo2-2.jpg

[jzrevo]

Surely someone will need me to do a serpent wrap for them...pretty tough install. lol. I look forward to helping and getting out on the track!

http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa424/Alan_Burton/photo.jpg
http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa424/Alan_Burton/photo3-2.jpg
http://i1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa424/Alan_Burton/photo2-2.jpg

Alan...they run better with the shocks bolted on :nanabooboo:

[Jarvis]

Here is the link for the electric Cobra:

http://www.rc-monster.com/proddetail.php?prod=rcm811

[ZIXXER]

the e-serpent was dialed at the maiden voyage ...thanks a ton to jzrevo and burton for helping me get it dialed in ...looks like it will only get better from here ...only problem i had was a screw came out of a camber link :D dammit i thought i locktited that screw ;)